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1,430 ft
Distance
-201 ft
Descent
00:01:00
Avg time
-201 ft
Altitude change
1,831 ft
Altitude min
2,032 ft
Altitude max
2,032 ft
Altitude start
1,831 ft
Altitude end
-14.1%
Grade
-48.4%
Grade max
1,283 ft
Distance down
118 ft
Distance flat
00:01:00
Avg time

The Fluffa Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Adaptive Bike
    • Winter Fat Bike
  • Riding Area
    Mt Hutt Bike Park
    Methven
  • Difficulty Rating
    Advanced Rate
  • Local Popularity
    75 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 45 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #87291 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #81503 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM, XC, Fat, Adaptive MTB
  • Physical Rating
    Hard
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes
  • Year Opened
    2015

The Fluffa is a hand build section of trail built through the replanted pine forest

Access Info

The Fluffa can be accessed off the right hand side of 'Wrightys' near the start, it is easily missed.

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  • 7 miles avg distance
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  • Last: Aug 28, 2026
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        Frequently Asked Questions About The Fluffa

        ▼ Where is The Fluffa located?
        The Fluffa is located in Mt Hutt Bike Park, Methven, New Zealand. It is part of the Mt Hutt Bike Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -43.55732, 171.5547.
        ▼ How hard is The Fluffa?
        The Fluffa is rated as Advanced difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 14.1%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for The Fluffa?
        The trail has 201 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,831 ft to 2,032 ft.
        ▼ How long is The Fluffa?
        The Fluffa is 1,430 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on The Fluffa?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on The Fluffa. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride The Fluffa?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride The Fluffa are:
        • January (4 activities)
        • March (3 activities)
        • May (2 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access The Fluffa? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to The Fluffa are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride The Fluffa?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 2 minutes to ride The Fluffa. The trail is 1,430 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is The Fluffa?
        The Fluffa is a very popular trail. There have been 620 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 862 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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